December 2009 Calendar

“Samuel Goldwyn Presents” at the Castro Theatre: Dec. 5-10. After successful but volatile periods at Paramount, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, and United Artists, Goldwyn formed his own mini-studio specializing in lavish, talent-packed films. This series showcases these talents in memorable films from the Goldwyn Studios’ vast catalog, which received five Best Picture Oscar nominations. Showtimes vary, visit castrotheatre.com for more information.

One Night Only Holiday Cabaret: Monday, Dec. 7, 7:30 p.m.: The Richmond/Ermet AIDS Foundation (REAF) presents a One Night Only Holiday Cabaret featuring Patty Duke, Teal Wicks with cast members from “Wicked” and other special guests including Lucie Arnaz, RJ Shelton, Connie Champagne & Leanne Borghesi. Tickets are $50 performance only and $100 preferred reserved. Tickets are available by phone: 415-273-1620 or online at helpisontheway.org. J’LaChic Theatre 39 - on Pier 39.

Diabetes Support Group: Thursday, Dec. 10, 6-8 p.m. Listen to an expert speaker, then participate in a group discussion facilitated by a certified diabetes educator. Open to people with type 1 or 2, pre-diabetes and their family/support. This month, registered dietitian Kathy Solis will do a presentation on Diabetes Wellness. California Pacific Medical Center (CPMC). Enter off of Duboce between Castro and Noe streets and into the North Tower. Follow signs to Level B in the Davies auditorium of CPMC. For more information, call 415-600-2533.

San Francisco Silent Film Festival Winter Event: Saturday, Dec. 12, all day. The SF Silent Film Festival will celebrate the splendor of the silent era with four programs featuring live musical accompaniment, including the U.S. premiere of the restored film, “J'Accuse” (1919). First film begins at 11:30 a.m. Tickets and additional information are available at www.silentfilm.org Theatre. 429 Castro St.

Duboce Triangle Neighborhood Association Bi-monthly Meeting: Monday, Dec. 14, 2009, 7-9 p.m. CPMC Davies Campus. Enter off of Duboce between Castro and Noe streets and into the North Tower. Follow signs to Level B in the Davies auditorium. Visit dtna.org for more information.

Birding the Hill: Friday, Dec. 18, 8 a.m. Come to Corona Heights Park to learn more about its avian inhabitants. The two-hour walk involves climbing a steep path and several stairs. Ages 5 and up are welcome. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Free. Meet at the Randall Museum. 199 Museum Way.

Habitat Restoration Volunteer Work Party: Saturday, Dec. 19, 10 a.m.–noon. Join habitat restoration volunteers to keep the hill at Corona Heights Park healthy for birds, insects, and other native wildlife. Enjoy a spectacular view of the City while removing invasive weeds, maintain trails, and learn about our San Francisco ecosystem. Call (415) 552-3542 or email coronavolunteers@sonic.net to register for the event.

20th Annual Home for the Holidays: Tuesday-Thursday, Dec. 15-17, 7:30 p.m.,
7:30 p.m. First Unitarian Universalist Church, 1187 Franklin St. Thursday, Dec. 24, 5, 7 & 9 p.m. at the Castro Theatre, 429 Castro St. San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus presents the 20th anniversary of a classic San Francisco tradition, the three-show finale of its annual “Home For The Holidays” spectacular. The program will include classics like “Santa Claus Is Coming To Town,” “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen,” “Not In Our Town” for Hanukkah, Mariah Carey’s version of “Joy To The World.” Visit sfgmc.org for information.

On-going:

Snap/Shot: 99 Years of Looking Fabulous – Exhibition of photographs that were donated to the San Francisco Public Library by LGBT community members. Copied from treasured albums, old storage boxes and digital camera sticks, these photographs depict deeply personal moments with friends and family, as well as larger historical events, such as the Gay Pride Parade, the AIDS epidemic, and gay marriages. Exhibition runs through Feb. 14, 2010, Harvey Milk/Eureka Valley Branch. 1 Jose Sarria Court (16th Street near Market).

LGBT Sangha - Weekly Buddhist Meditation Group:  Every Monday, 5:30 - 6:30 pm. All are welcome for a half-hour of silent meditation (with instruction if requested), followed by a Dharma talk given by a guest speaker. LGBT Center, 1800 Market Street, Room 300.

LGBT Diabetes Support Group: The first Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. All LGBT people with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes and their friends, partners, spouses and roommates are welcome to attend. For more information call 415-746-6735 or visit diabetesandgay.org. Diabetes And Gay - DANG Foundation. 161 Beaver St.

Drop-in Meditation Classes: Tuesdays, 7-8:45 p.m. Buddhist teacher Tessa Logan leads LGBT-friendly drop-in meditation classes. Everyone is welcome. $10 requested donation. No one turned away for lack of funds. See meditationinnortherncalifornia.org or call (415) 503-1187 for more info. Kadampa Buddhist Temple. 3324 17th St.

Drop-in Art Classes for Adults: Thursdays, 7-9:30 p.m. (no classes Dec. 24 & 31). Dec. 3: Colored Pencil Mandalas; Dec. 10: Leather Medicine Handbags; Dec. 17: Handmade Paper. Must be 18 or over. $20 includes the price of materials. Randall Museum Theater. 199 Museum Way.

Buena Vista Park Gardening: First Saturday of each month, 9 a.m. For more information, contact Richard Magary at BVNA@ix.netcom.com. Drop-In Family Ceramics Workshop: Saturdays, 10:15 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. $5 per person. Randall Museum. 199 Museum Way.

Drop-In, Hands-On Art and Science Workshops: Saturdays. On-going workshops are available anytime from 1-4 p.m. $4 per child and $6 per parent-child combo. Randall Museum Theatre. 199 Museum Way. Golden Gate Model Railroad Exhibit: Saturdays, 11-11:45 a.m. Free. Randall Museum Theatre. 199 Museum Way.

Animal Feeding: Saturdays, 1-4 p.m. Free. Randall Museum Theatre. 199 Museum Way.
Caregivers’ Café: Second and Fourth Tuesdays, 2:30–3:30 p.m. If you provide emotional, practical or spiritual care for a loved one, you may need support yourself. No matter what your specific situation, care giving can be a lonely and demanding role. Meet with other caregivers in a group led by a social worker. RSVP by calling (415) 923-3155. 2100 Webster St., Suite 119, Board Room. For other classes offered by the Community Health Resource Center, visit cpmc.org/chrc.

Park Police Station Community Forum: Second Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m. Park Station Community Room. 1899 Waller St.

Panhandle Gardening: Second Saturday of each month, 9-12 a.m. Panhandle Residents Association. E-mail home@prosf.org or call 346-1448. Stanyan and Fell.

Friends of Duboce Park Volunteer Days: Second Saturday of each month, 10 a.m.-noon. Duboce Park. 50 Scott St.

Alamo Square Gardening: Third Saturday of each month. 10 a.m.-1p.m. Contact Lisa Bastick at lbastick@yahoo.com or call 921-3109.

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